Deck 10: Sexuality

Question 1

Which statement about sex and sexuality is correct?

A) Sexual function is not affected by illness, injury, or surgery.
B) There is no psychological cause of sexual problems.
C) Some sexual problems have physical causes.
D) All sexual problems are treated with drugs.

Answer 1

Some sexual problems have physical causes.

Question 2

Which statement about sexuality and older persons is correct?

A) Reproductive organs change little with aging.
B) Immobility and chronic illness does not affect frequency of sex.
C) Older persons need frequent intercourse.
D) Older persons need love and affection.

Answer 2

Older persons need love and affection.

Question 3

Which statement about sexuality and older persons is correct?

A) Sexual activity increases for many older persons.
B) Sexual needs and desires are lost.
C) Some persons lose sexual partners through death and divorce.
D) Chronic illness does not affect sexuality and sexual expression.

Answer 3

Some persons lose sexual partners through death and divorce.

Question 4

Which of the following measures promote sexuality?

A) Limiting privacy
B) Knocking before you enter a room
C) Encouraging the person to wear what you have picked out for them
D) Discouraging masturbation

Question 5

Mr. Fisher's wife died 3 years ago. Mrs. Polk is divorced. Both are residents at Spruce Harbor Nursing Center. They dine and attend activities together. Today you find them holding hands under the table. What should you do?

A) Do nothing.
B) Tell the nurse.
C) Check the care plan.
D) Remind them that such behavior is not allowed.

Question 6

A male resident is rubbing his genital area. Which statement is correct?

A) He is just trying to arouse himself.
B) He could have a urinary tract infection.
C) He is trying to get your attention
D) He is being disrespectful

Question 7

Which statement is correct?

A) Nursing center residents must be protected from unwanted sexual comments and advances.
B) If you suspect sexual abuse, you must not tell anyone.
C) Masturbation is a sexually abusive behavior.
D) Masturbation is abnormal and should be discouraged.